[Blindtlk] a great article

Sat Sep 3 01:42:43 UTC 2011

Remember number one? "Be inquisitive and don't be afraid to ask questions."

Chris

On 9/1/11, Bryan Schulz <b.schulz at sbcglobal.net> wrote:
> hi,
>
> there should be at least one more.
> #16. Don't ask tough questions even when a member does something
> questionable and probably illegal.
>
> Bryan Schulz
>
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> From: "Chris Nusbaum" <dotkid.nusbaum at gmail.com>
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> <blindtlk at nfbnet.org>; "Gary Legates" <gary.legates at comcast.net>
> Sent: Thursday, September 01, 2011 3:02 PM
> Subject: [Blindtlk] a great article
>
>
>> Hi everyone,
>>
>> As I try to learn more about both organizations, I have subscribed to both
>>
>> the Braille Monitor and the Braille Forum.  The Monitor, as you know, is
>> the Federation (NFB's)  publication and the Forum is the Council (or
>> ACB's) publication.  I found a great article in July's Forum entitled
>> "Fifteen Ways to Maximize your ACB Membership," giving fifteen tips on how
>>
>> to take advantage of all ACB (or any organization, for that matter) has to
>>
>> offer.  I think this could also apply to the Federation and to NABS or any
>>
>> other special-interest division, and is some good advice.  To be accurate,
>>
>> I added "or NFB" in parentheses to some parts of the article.  I have
>> pasted the article below.  Any thoughts on this? I promise I'm not trying
>> to force the ACB down your throats; in fact, I'm a Federationist in
>> nature, but want to learn about both.  Here is the article.
>>
>> 15 WAYS TO MAXIMIZE YOUR ACB (or NFB) MEMBERSHIP
>>  by Kenneth Semien Sr.
>>  All too often, people join organizations without taking
>> advantage of the opportunity to truly know intricate details of its
>> purpose,
>> mission, and operating practices.  This can very well result in a lack of
>> participation and could ultimately result in a decision to forfeit what
>> could have been the ideal vehicle to enhance your life, build great
>> relationships and effectively share personal skills and abilities that can
>> make an enormous difference.  In an effort to encourage you to explore the
>> meaningful efforts of ACB, I have included the tips listed below to assist
>> you in being all you can be and help you join with others whose skills
>> complement yours.
>>  1.  Be inquisitive and don't hesitate to ask questions.
>>  2.  Become familiar with the history, mission, and purpose by
>> reviewing it often enough to be able to repeat it to others.  In turn
>> someone may realize that this is the organization they have been looking
>> for.
>>  3.  Make a personal commitment to identify ways to get involved.
>>  4.  Find out who the officers are and become acquainted with
>> them and their roles and responsibilities, as well as members you observe
>> actively participating in events and projects associated with our
>> organization.
>>  5.  Make your skills and abilities known to leaders of your
>> chapter, affiliate, or the president of our organization.
>>  6.  Make every effort to participate in chapter, state affiliate
>> and national meetings, seminars, conferences and conventions.
>>  7.  Inquire about available committees you may be able to serve
>> on to assist the organization in achieving its goals and objectives.  Seek
>> to join committees that allow you to utilize your skills and abilities in
>> the most effective and efficient manner.
>>  8.  If you have access to the Internet, sign up for up-to-date
>> news and announcements from all levels of our organization.  Ask a
>> president
>> or member to tell you how to take advantage of this option.
>>  9.  Listen to or read publications/newsletters distributed by our
>> organization on all levels.  This is one of the best ways to learn about
>> useful resources, access inspirational stories, scholarships, awards, and
>> upcoming projects and events.
>>  10.  Identify special-interest groups that meet your personal
>> needs.  These groups provide you the opportunity to network with others
>> sharing common interests, such as your prior or current occupation,
>> hobbies,
>> health concerns and so much more.
>>  11.  Obtain your own copy of the constitution and bylaws to learn
>> of the agreed-upon operating practices and procedures of our organization.
>>  12.  Prepare for future involvement as an officer by becoming
>> familiar with officer titles and duties.
>>  13.  Participate in conference calls to build your knowledge,
>> such as membership focus calls, periodic Office Hours conference calls
>> with
>> the ACB president, committee calls, and special-interest group calls.
>>  14.  Explore the web sites of your chapter, state affiliate and
>> our national organization.  You may locate information on the web site
>> that
>> you didn't think of inquiring about.
>>  15.  Pay your annual dues faithfully and encourage others to do
>> the same.
>>  The more you know and the more you become involved, the more you
>> will begin to know that you have joined a phenomenal organization that is
>> continuing to grow.  Have a great ACB (or NFB) adventure!
>>
>> Chris Nusbaum
>>
>> "The real problem of blindness is not the loss of eyesight.  The real
>> problem is the misunderstanding and lack of education that exists.  If a
>> blind person has the proper training and opportunity, blindness can be
>> reduced to a mere physical nuisance." -- Kenneth Jernigan (President of
>> the National Federation of the Blind, 1968-1986.)
>>
>>  Visit the I C.A.N.  Foundation online at: www.icanfoundation.info for
>> information on our foundation and how it helps blind and visually
>> impaired children in MD say "I can!"
>>
>>
>> Sent from my BrailleNote
>>
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-- 
Chris Nusbaum

"The real problem of blindness is not the loss of eyesight. The real
problem is the misunderstanding and lack of education that exists. If
a blind person has the proper training and opportunity, blindness can
be reduced to a mere physical nuissence." -- Kenneth Jernigan

Visit the I C.A.N. Foundation online at: www.icanfoundation.info for
information on our foundation and how it helps blind and visually
impaired children in MD say "I can!"